Herb Plews
Born: 6/14/1928 in Helena, MT, USA
Died: 12/12/2014 in Boulder, CO, USA
MLB Debut: 1956-04-18 | Final Game: 1959-07-26
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 5'11" | Weight: 160 lbs
Full name: Herbert Eugene Plews
Biography
Herb Plews was a professional baseball player who played primarily as a position player in Major League Baseball from 1956 to 1959. Born in 1928, Plews made his mark during an era characterized by the transition from the deadball style of play to a more offensive approach in the game. Over the course of his career, he appeared in 346 games and accumulated 266 hits, demonstrating a solid ability to connect with the ball. With a batting average of .262, Plews contributed to his teams with consistent hitting, securing 82 RBIs and hitting 4 home runs.
Known for his versatility, Plews also showcased his speed on the basepaths, finishing his career with 3 stolen bases. His tenure in the league, although relatively brief, came during a pivotal time in baseball history when the game was evolving and new strategies were being employed. While he may not have been a household name, Herb Plews' contributions to the teams he played for reflect the dedication and skill of players who helped shape the game during the late 1950s.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 346 | 1017 | 125 | 266 | 42 | 17 | 4 | 82 | 3 | 74 | 133 | 0.262 | 0.312 | 0.348 | 0.660 | -1380.3 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1956 | WSN | AL | 91 | 256 | 24 | 69 | 10 | 7 | 1 | 25 | 1 | 26 | 40 | 0.270 | -130.1 |
| 1957 | WSN | AL | 104 | 329 | 51 | 89 | 19 | 4 | 1 | 26 | 0 | 28 | 39 | 0.271 | -278.7 |
| 1958 | WSN | AL | 111 | 380 | 46 | 98 | 12 | 6 | 2 | 29 | 2 | 17 | 45 | 0.258 | -971.5 |
| 1959 | BOS | AL | 13 | 12 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0.083 | 0.0 |
| 1959 | WSN | AL | 27 | 40 | 4 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 5 | 0.225 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2B | 217 | 181 | 490 | 512 | 34 | 124 |
| 3B | 49 | 43 | 29 | 72 | 12 | 5 |
| SS | 9 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1956 | WS1 | 2B | 66 | 56 | 137 | 166 | 17 | 38 |
| 1956 | WS1 | 3B | 2 | 2 | 2 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| 1956 | WS1 | SS | 5 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 1 |
| 1957 | WS1 | 2B | 79 | 67 | 199 | 175 | 8 | 42 |
| 1957 | WS1 | 3B | 11 | 8 | 4 | 11 | 3 | 1 |
| 1957 | WS1 | SS | 4 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 1958 | WS1 | 2B | 64 | 53 | 133 | 153 | 7 | 41 |
| 1958 | WS1 | 3B | 36 | 33 | 23 | 55 | 9 | 4 |
| 1959 | BOS | 2B | 2 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| 1959 | WS1 | 2B | 6 | 5 | 18 | 16 | 1 | 2 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Second Base | 217 |
| Third Base | 49 |
| Shortstop | 9 |
College History
| School Name | City | State | Years Attended |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign | Champaign | IL | 1948, 1949, 1950 |